1. EAUC WORKSHOP SERIES GREEN TOURISM BUSINESS SCHEME NOVEMBER Dr Roddy Yarr Environment and Energy Manager

2. SCHEME CRITERIA Must meet certain environmental standards
Waste containment
Sanitary waste
Car park runoff
Env. co-ordinator
Monitoring data
Compliance with environmental legislation
Must be undertaking a commitment to reducing environmental impact
Management
Policy and Communication
Energy
Water
Purchasing
Waste minimisation
Transport
Wildlife and landscape
Bonus

3. SCHEME BENEFITS Supports University SD commitment and best practice
Cost reduction
Marketing tool (tourist market)
Maintains competitive edge
Positive PR
Compliments Hospitable Climates Scheme

4. MAKING IT HAPPEN Policy Commitment
Governance and people to make it happen
Infrastructure in place
Need a structured approach
Documentation of every idea and initiative !!
Demonstration of your green credentials
Staff and student engagement and liaison
Press coverage and good communication
Budget
Staff time
Materials/infrastructure

5. DAVID RUSSELL APARTMENTS – GOLD AWARD
Use of design features to promote Green Tourism
Rain water reuse
SUDS Pond
Energy saving design and controls
Biodiversity walks and tips
Bus link to town
Robust recycling
Good communication to visitors
Procurement
A-rated appliances
Sustainable wood sourcing
Fairtrade
Next up? – New Hall…Fife’s largest hotel !!

6. Thank You